Faculty Employment Opportunities
Information is central to knowledge, to understanding, to impact. Amid the AI transformation, climate change and ongoing threats to public and civic health, information plays a pivotal role in giving everyone the tools to thrive. Our work advances effective information systems and equitable access to information by transforming practices within organizations large and small, and influencing public policy. The UW Information School is leading the global movement to devise information solutions that enrich people’s lives and tackle the world’s toughest challenges through our in-demand undergraduate and graduate level education and our interdisciplinary research centers and partnerships. Together, our students, faculty, alumni and partners are actively creating a future where effective use of information can help everyone discover, learn, innovate, solve problems and have fun. Information changes lives.
Commitment to Diversity
Committed to attracting and retaining a diverse faculty and staff, the University of Washington will honor your experiences, perspectives and unique identity. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable and welcoming.
The University of articulates its commitment in the UW Diversity Blueprint.
Additionally, the University’s Faculty Code recognizes faculty efforts in research, teaching and/or service that address diversity and equal opportunity as important contributions to a faculty member’s academic profile and responsibilities.
Assistant Teaching Professor, Teaching-Track, Information Systems and Information Management
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Position Description
The Information School at the University of Washington invites applications for two teaching faculty positions at the rank of Assistant Teaching Professor, with an anticipated start date of September 1, 2027. We seek applicants who demonstrate commitment to excellence in teaching and service in a diverse and inclusive academic community. The successful candidate will join our faculty on a full-time basis for a nine-month academic, 3 year appointment beginning 2027.
The base salary range for this position will be $11,500 - 13,390 per month, commensurate with experience and qualifications, or as mandated by a U.S. Department of Labor prevailing wage determination.
The successful candidate will be expected to design curriculum and deliver courses across the degree programs offered at the Information School, including our Master of Information Management (MSIM) and Bachelor of Informatics. This position will be expected to teach in one or more of the following topics:
- Databases
- Data Visualization
- Enterprise Systems and Data Management
Positive factors for consideration include, but are not limited to, candidates who have experience applying their expertise in one or more of the following areas: Artificial Intelligence; Data Science; Information Architecture; Cybersecurity and Information Assurance.
About the University of Washington Information School
Information is central to knowledge; to understanding; to impact. Amid the AI transformation, climate change and ongoing threats to public and civic health, information plays a pivotal role in giving everyone the tools to thrive. Our work advances effective information systems and equitable access to information by transforming practices within organizations large and small, and influencing public policy. The UW Information School is leading the global movement to devise information solutions that enrich people’s lives and tackle the world’s toughest challenges through our in-demand undergraduate and graduate level education and our interdisciplinary research centers and partnerships. Together, our students, faculty, alumni and partners are actively creating a future where effective use of information can help everyone discover, learn, innovate, solve problems, and have fun. Information changes lives. Learn more at ischool.uw.edu.
Qualifications
Applicants for this teaching faculty position must meet the following minimum qualifications:
Applicants must minimally have a master’s degree (or foreign equivalent). Applicants must have 3 years of experience in a technical role in industry, government, or a nonprofit, or experience teaching at least one course as either the lead or assistant instructor.
Application Instructions
To ensure full consideration of your application, please submit all materials no later than October 15, 2026. Priority will be given to those applications received by October 15, 2026. Applications will only be accepted via Interfolio: https://apply.interfolio.com. The position will remain open until filled.
Applications should include the following materials:
- Curriculum Vitae
- Cover Letter - Describe briefly your academic and professional background. Please state specifically your expertise in one or more of the following areas: databases, data visualization, or enterprise systems (2 pages maximum)
- Teaching Statement - Describe your approach to and experience teaching, in particular at the undergraduate or graduate level. Where appropriate, please include any experience designing courses, instructional materials, or curriculum development. (3 pages maximum)
Throughout the materials above, applicants should articulate how their past experiences and/or future plans in research, teaching, mentoring, and/or service promote a sense of belonging and foster a welcoming and inclusive environment.
Please also include contact information for 2 referees who are prepared to provide letters of recommendation upon request.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Equal Opportunity
The University of Washington is committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful and welcoming community for all. As an equal opportunity employer, the University considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, or veteran status consistent with UW Executive Order No. 81.
Benefits Information
The University is committed to providing excellent benefits to our faculty. For a summary of available benefits, please see UWHR benefits information.
Privacy Notice
Your application materials may be used for employment consideration and shared in accordance with UW’s Privacy Policy.
Disability Services
The University of Washington is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education, and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or dso@uw.edu.
Assistant Professor, Tenure-Track, Library Information Science
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Position Description
The Information School at the University of Washington invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor, with an anticipated start date of September 1, 2027. We seek applicants who demonstrate commitment to excellence in research, teaching, and service in a diverse and inclusive academic community. The successful candidate will join our faculty on a full-time basis for a nine-month academic appointment, with a 3-year term, renewable beginning 2027.
The base salary range for this position will be $13,000 - $14,935 per month, commensurate with experience and qualifications, or as mandated by a U.S. Department of Labor prevailing wage determination.
The successful candidate will be expected to:
- Conduct high-quality research, and pursue extramural funding as needed to support research;
- Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in their area of specialization;
- Perform service that furthers the mission of the Information School and the University of Washington more broadly; and
- Contribute to the Information School’s strategic areas: climate change, health and wellness, healthy information environments, and responsibility in artificial intelligence.
The successful candidate will be expected to contribute to our Library and Information Science (LIS) research, with areas of relevance including, but not limited to:
- Libraries - Academic, Digital, or Public
- Librarianship - Leadership, Innovation, or Education
- Information Technology - Ethics, Public Interest, and Justice-Oriented Approaches
- Data - Archives, Public / Open, and Humanistic or Scientific Applications
- Artificial Intelligence - Public Interest, Library or Cultural Heritage-Centered, Open-Source Applications in Information Institutions
About the University of Washington Information School
Information is central to knowledge; to understanding; to impact. Amid the AI transformation, climate change and ongoing threats to public and civic health, information plays a pivotal role in giving everyone the tools to thrive. Our work advances effective information systems and equitable access to information by transforming practices within organizations large and small, and influencing public policy. The UW Information School is leading the global movement to devise information solutions that enrich people’s lives and tackle the world’s toughest challenges through our in-demand undergraduate and graduate level education and our interdisciplinary research centers and partnerships. Together, our students, faculty, alumni and partners are actively creating a future where effective use of information can help everyone discover, learn, innovate, solve problems, and have fun. Information changes lives. Learn more at ischool.uw.edu.
All University of Washington faculty are expected to engage in teaching, research, and service.
Qualifications
Applicants for this position must meet the following minimum qualifications:
Applicants must minimally hold a PhD (or foreign equivalent). Applicants must have 3 years of experience in conducting research, inclusive of graduate studies.
Application Instructions
To ensure full consideration of your application, please submit all materials no later than October 30, 2026. Priority will be given to those applications received by October 30, 2026. Applications will only be accepted via Interfolio: https://apply.interfolio.com. The position will remain open until filled.
Applications should include the following materials:
- Curriculum Vitae
- Cover Letter - Describe briefly your academic and professional background, your areas of research expertise, and your teaching interests. (1 page maximum)
- Research Statement - Describe your research agenda including your major work to date, your plans for future research, and the sources of potential funding for your research into the future. (3 pages maximum)
- Teaching Statement - Describe your approach to and experience teaching, in particular at the undergraduate or graduate level. Where appropriate, please include any experience designing courses, instructional materials, or curriculum development. (2 pages maximum)
Throughout the materials above, applicants should articulate how their past experiences and/or future plans in research, teaching, mentoring, and/or service promote a sense of belonging and foster a welcoming and inclusive environment.
Please also include contact information for 3 referees who are prepared to provide letters of recommendation upon request.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Equal Opportunity
The University of Washington is committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful and welcoming community for all. As an equal opportunity employer, the University considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, or veteran status consistent with UW Executive Order No. 81.
Benefits Information
The University is committed to providing excellent benefits to our faculty. For a summary of available benefits, please see UWHR benefits information.
Privacy Notice
Your application materials may be used for employment consideration and shared in accordance with UW’s Privacy Policy.
Disability Services
The University of Washington is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education, and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or dso@uw.edu.
Assistant Professor, Tenure-Track, Information Systems and Information Management
Position URL
Description
The Information School at the University of Washington invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor, with an anticipated start date of September 1, 2027. We seek applicants who demonstrate commitment to excellence in research, teaching, and service in a diverse and inclusive academic community. The successful candidate will join our faculty on a full-time basis for a nine-month academic appointment, with a 3-year term, renewable beginning 2027.
The base salary range for this position will be $13,000 - $14,935 per month, commensurate with experience and qualifications, or as mandated by a U.S. Department of Labor prevailing wage determination.
The successful candidate will be expected to:
- Conduct high-quality research, and pursue extramural funding as needed to support research;
- Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in their area of specialization;
- Perform service that furthers the mission of the Information School and the University of Washington more broadly; and
- Contribute to the Information School’s strategic areas: climate change, health and wellness, healthy information environments, and responsibility in artificial intelligence.
This position will contribute to research and teaching in Information Systems and Organizations, with a focus on the organizational integration, deployment, and impact of artificial intelligence (AI). We welcome applicants whose work examines the socio-technical, organizational, strategic, and human dimensions of AI in contemporary organizations.
Areas of research interest include, but are not limited to:
- AI trust, governance, and responsible deployment within organizations
- AI-enabled transformation of work, organizations, and the future of work
- Human-AI collaboration, decision-making, and knowledge work
- AI strategy, digital transformation, and organizational capabilities
- Organizational adoption, implementation, and management of AI systems
- Ethical, equitable, and inclusive AI in organizational contexts
- AI and organizational learning, innovation, and performance
All University of Washington faculty are expected to engage in teaching, research, and service.
About the University of Washington Information School
Information is central to knowledge; to understanding; to impact. Amid the AI transformation, climate change and ongoing threats to public and civic health, information plays a pivotal role in giving everyone the tools to thrive. Our work advances effective information systems and equitable access to information by transforming practices within organizations large and small, and influencing public policy. The UW Information School is leading the global movement to devise information solutions that enrich people’s lives and tackle the world’s toughest challenges through our in-demand undergraduate and graduate level education and our interdisciplinary research centers and partnerships. Together, our students, faculty, alumni and partners are actively creating a future where effective use of information can help everyone discover, learn, innovate, solve problems, and have fun. Information changes lives. Learn more at ischool.uw.edu.
Qualifications
Applicants for this position must meet the following minimum qualifications:
Applicants must minimally hold a PhD (or foreign equivalent) by the date of appointment. Applicants must have 3 years of experience in conducting research, inclusive of graduate studies.
Application Instructions
To ensure full consideration of your application, please submit all materials no later than November 1, 2026. Priority will be given to those applications received by October 1, 2026. Applications will only be accepted via Interfolio: https://apply.interfolio.com. The position will remain open until filled.
Applications should include the following materials:
- Curriculum Vitae
- Cover Letter - Describe briefly your academic and professional background, your areas of research expertise, and your teaching interests. (1 page maximum)
- Research Statement - Describe your research agenda including your major work to date, your plans for future research, and the sources of potential funding for your research into the future. (3 pages maximum)
- Teaching Statement - Describe your approach to and experience teaching, in particular at the undergraduate or graduate level. Where appropriate, please include any experience designing courses, instructional materials, or curriculum development. (2 pages maximum)
Throughout the materials above, applicants should articulate how their past experiences and/or future plans in research, teaching, mentoring, and/or service promote a sense of belonging and foster a welcoming and inclusive environment.
Please also include contact information for 3 referees who are prepared to provide letters of recommendation upon request.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Equal Opportunity
The University of Washington is committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful and welcoming community for all. As an equal opportunity employer, the University considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, or veteran status consistent with UW Executive Order No. 81.
Benefits Information
The University is committed to providing excellent benefits to our faculty. For a summary of available benefits, please see UWHR benefits information.
Privacy Notice
Your application materials may be used for employment consideration and shared in accordance with UW’s Privacy Policy.
Disability Services
The University of Washington is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education, and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or dso@uw.edu.
Assistant Professor, Tenure-Track, AI
Position Description
The Information School at the University of Washington invites applications for a faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor, with an anticipated start date of September 1, 2027. We seek applicants who demonstrate commitment to excellence in research, teaching, and service in a diverse and inclusive academic community. The successful candidate will join our faculty on a full-time basis for a nine-month academic appointment, with a 3-year term, renewable beginning 2027.
The base salary range for this position will be $13,000 - $14,935 per month, commensurate with experience and qualifications, or as mandated by a U.S. Department of Labor prevailing wage determination.
The successful candidate will be expected to:
- Conduct high-quality research, and pursue extramural funding as needed to support research;
- Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in their area of specialization;
- Perform service that furthers the mission of the Information School and the University of Washington more broadly; and
- Contribute to the Information School’s strategic areas: climate change, health and wellness, healthy information environments, and responsibility in artificial intelligence.
The research area of interest for this position is Artificial Intelligence, broadly defined. The successful candidate will be expected to contribute to advancing fundamental or applied knowledge in artificial intelligence. This includes but is not limited to topics such as natural language processing and machine learning; computational social science; human-AI collaboration and societal impacts of AI; or AI safety, governance, policy, and cybersecurity.
All University of Washington faculty are expected to engage in teaching, research, and service.
About the University of Washington Information School
Information is central to knowledge; to understanding; to impact. Amid the AI transformation, climate change and ongoing threats to public and civic health, information plays a pivotal role in giving everyone the tools to thrive. Our work advances effective information systems and equitable access to information by transforming practices within organizations large and small, and influencing public policy. The UW Information School is leading the global movement to devise information solutions that enrich people’s lives and tackle the world’s toughest challenges through our in-demand undergraduate and graduate level education and our interdisciplinary research centers and partnerships. Together, our students, faculty, alumni and partners are actively creating a future where effective use of information can help everyone discover, learn, innovate, solve problems, and have fun. Information changes lives. Learn more at ischool.uw.edu.
Qualifications
Applicants for this position must meet the following minimum qualifications:
Applicants must minimally hold a PhD (or foreign equivalent). Applicants must have 3 years of experience in conducting research.
Application Instructions
To ensure full consideration of your application, please submit all materials no later than November 15, 2026. Priority will be given to those applications received by November 10, 2026. Applications will only be accepted via Interfolio: https://apply.interfolio.com. The position will remain open until filled.
Applications should include the following materials:
- Curriculum Vitae
- Cover Letter - Describe briefly your academic and professional background, your areas of research expertise, and your teaching interests. (1 page maximum)
- Research Statement - Describe your research agenda including your major work to date, your plans for future research, and the sources of potential funding for your research into the future. (3 pages maximum)
- Teaching Statement - Describe your approach to and experience teaching, in particular at the undergraduate or graduate level. Where appropriate, please include any experience designing courses, instructional materials, or curriculum development. (2 pages maximum)
Throughout the materials above, applicants should articulate how their past experiences and/or future plans in research, teaching, mentoring and/or service promote a sense of belonging and foster a welcoming and inclusive environment.
Please also include contact information for 3 referees who are prepared to provide letters of recommendation upon request.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Equal Opportunity
The University of Washington is committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful and welcoming community for all. As an equal opportunity employer, the University considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, or veteran status consistent with UW Executive Order No. 81.
Benefits Information
The University is committed to providing excellent benefits to our faculty. For a summary of available benefits, please see UWHR benefits information.
Privacy Notice
Your application materials may be used for employment consideration and shared in accordance with UW’s Privacy Policy.
Disability Services
The University of Washington is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education, and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or dso@uw.edu.
Questions regarding openings at the Information School should be directed to iApply@uw.edu. We will do our best to respond to your inquiry within 2 business days.
The University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.